1993 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 518 kg more than 1993 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Audi V8 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | V8 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |